Great images start with a great capture. Learn the fundamentals of lighting, exposure, composition, working with subjects, and more.

Join guest instructor Ross Floyd as he breaks down the theory and fundamentals of lighting objects, how to accurately represent products in an image, and the business side of building and maintaining strong client relationships.

Join us as we demonstrate how to work with clients and shoot in a professional studio environment . Afterwards, we take you through Lightroom and Photoshop where you’ll learn retouching techniques like dodging and burning and blemish removal.

Master the fundamentals needed to create beautiful composite images in Photoshop while we provide tips for both the photoshoot and for post-processing. Learn to match perspective, lighting, luminosity, and work with frame and element composites.

Watch a high-end studio photoshoot featuring full wardrobe, makeup, and pro lighting. Then see the images come together in Lightroom and Photoshop as we prepare the photos for client delivery. Special thanks to NVRLND, Shea Coulee, and Naomi Smalls.

What makes a great photo? In this comprehensive series, we take you from beginner to post-processing professional. Learn to make quick, subtle, and basic edits then level-up to making an all-out fully retouched composite.

Follow along as we demonstrate how to pull off a levitation effect in stunning fashion. Learn pre-production best practices, compositing, environmental retouching, adding atmosphere, and amazing effects with light.

Skill Level

Free Tutorials

The Artist Collection

Photography Courses for Beginners to Professionals!

Have you always wanted to become a professional photographer? Are you a professional photographer looking to learn more about your craft? Our PRO tutorials are designed for all skill levels! Learn the basics with our massive Photography 101 course or see how to shoot with professional studio lighting in How to Photograph & Retouch Athletes.

Learn to Use a DSLR

Have you been waiting to learn how to use your DSLR? Well it’s time to pick it up and start shooting! We walk you through every dial, button, and knob that you might find on a modern DSLR camera and then we show you how to put that knowledge into action. No DSLR? No Problem! Learn the fundamentals of capturing great images that will help you take beautiful photos with any camera – even your phone!

Learn Photography Fundamentals

What is exposure? What is shutter speed? How do I take good pictures? We answer all of these questions and much, much more in our tutorials that cover the basics of digital photography. Whether you want to learn how to shoot in the studio or just take great pictures when you’re traveling, we’ve got you covered.

Tutorials for All Photographers

We’ll teach you skills that will help you across any type of photography. Street photography, product photography, fashion photography, or even how to capture images to create stunning conceptual composites, you’re bound to learn everything you need to start shooting.